Physical and Chemical Properties of Acids

Acids and Bases in the Laboratory

Some common acids that are found in laboratories are Hydrochloric acid (HCl), Sulphuric acid (H2SO4) and Nitric acid (HNO3). Some of the lesser used acids are Acetic acid (CH3COOH), Hydrofluoric acid (HF), Carbonic acid (H2CO3). Hydrofluoric acid is a highly corrosive acid and is used to etch glass. Some acids are found in nature, like citric acid in certain fruits. These acids are called ‘organic acids’.